'Happy Crabbing in St Ives', 12x10 inches acrylic on canvas. Painting of Cornwall by Cornish Artist John Dyer
'Happy Crabbing in St Ives', 12x10 inches acrylic on canvas. Painting of Cornwall by Cornish Artist John Dyer
‘Happy Crabbing in St Ives’ is a joyous snapshot of a classic Cornish holiday moment, painted in John Dyer’s unmistakably colourful and expressive style. The scene buzzes with life: children line the harbour wall with crabbing lines, delighted by the cheeky red crabs below, while swimmers, sunbathers, and fishermen bring the seafront to life.
Behind the action, a cheerful row of St Ives yellow-roofed cottages and striped windbreaks sets the tone for a day filled with sunshine and laughter. Gulls wheel overhead and fishing boats bob gently in the turquoise water, while the warmth of the stone harbour wall glows in the summer light.
Painted with energy, humour, and a deep affection for Cornish coastal life, this vibrant small-scale painting captures the essence of childhood joy and family tradition by the sea. A spirited and nostalgic piece to brighten any collection.
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| Description | Framed Original Painting |
| Artist | Cornish Artist John Dyer (born 1968) |
| Signed by the Artist | Signed by John Dyer |
| Painting size | 12 x 10 inches |
| Medium | Acrylic on canvas |
| Framed size | 16 x 17.5 inches |
| Frame type | The St Ives style picture frame is a Renaissance-inspired cassetta frame, Italian for 'little box', featuring a white stain finish that highlights the wood grain. With a 73mm wide profile and 39mm depth, it creates a recessed central panel, perfect for a timeless, contemporary and elegant display of the painting. |
| Ready to hang | Strung with picture cord and ready to hang |
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‘Happy Crabbing in St Ives’ is a joyous snapshot of a classic Cornish holiday moment, painted in John Dyer’s unmistakably colourful and expressive style. The scene buzzes with life: children line the harbour wall with crabbing lines, delighted by the cheeky red crabs below, while swimmers, sunbathers, and fishermen bring the seafront to life.
Behind the action, a cheerful row of St Ives yellow-roofed cottages and striped windbreaks sets the tone for a day filled with sunshine and laughter. Gulls wheel overhead and fishing boats bob gently in the turquoise water, while the warmth of the stone harbour wall glows in the summer light.
Painted with energy, humour, and a deep affection for Cornish coastal life, this vibrant small-scale painting captures the essence of childhood joy and family tradition by the sea. A spirited and nostalgic piece to brighten any collection.
Item Information
| Description | Framed Original Painting |
| Artist | Cornish Artist John Dyer (born 1968) |
| Signed by the Artist | Signed by John Dyer |
| Painting size | 12 x 10 inches |
| Medium | Acrylic on canvas |
| Framed size | 16 x 17.5 inches |
| Frame type | The St Ives style picture frame is a Renaissance-inspired cassetta frame, Italian for 'little box', featuring a white stain finish that highlights the wood grain. With a 73mm wide profile and 39mm depth, it creates a recessed central panel, perfect for a timeless, contemporary and elegant display of the painting. |
| Ready to hang | Strung with picture cord and ready to hang |
Artist Information Links
Artist Chronology I Paintings in Public Collections I View John Dyer's Latest Paintings
